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Son of the Black Sword

Saga of the Forgotten Warrior, Book 1

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Son of the Black Sword

By: Larry Correia
Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
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Audie Award Finalist, Fantasy, 2016

After the War of the Gods, the demons were cast out and fell to the world. Mankind was nearly eradicated by the seemingly unstoppable beasts until the gods sent the great hero, Ramrowan, to save them. He united the tribes, gave them magic, and drove the demons into the sea. Ever since, the land has belonged to man, and the oceans have remained an uncrossable hell, leaving the continent of Lok isolated. It was prophesized that someday the demons would return, and only the descendants of Ramrowan would be able to defeat them. They became the first kings, and all men served those who were their only hope for survival.

As centuries passed, the descendants of the great hero grew in number and power. They became tyrannical and cruel and their religion nothing but an excuse for greed. Gods and demons became myth and legend, and the people no longer believed. The castes created to serve the Sons of Ramrowan rose up and destroyed their rulers. All religion was banned and replaced by a code of unflinching law. The surviving royalty and their priests were made casteless, condemned to live as untouchables, and the Age of Law began.

Ashok Vadal has been chosen by a powerful ancient weapon to be its bearer. He is a Protector, the elite militant order of roving law enforcers. No one is more merciless in rooting out those who secretly practice the old ways. Everything is black or white, good or evil, until he discovers his entire life is a fraud. Ashok isn’t who he thinks he is, and when he finds himself on the wrong side of the law, the consequences lead to rebellion, war - and destruction.

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About the Creator - Larry Correia

About the Creator

Larry Correia is The New York Times best-selling author of the Monster Hunter International urban fantasy series, the Grimnoir Chronicles alternate history trilogy, the Dragon Award winning Saga of the Forgotten Warrior epic fantasy series, the Dead Six thrillers (with Mike Kupari), and novels set in the Warmachine game universe. He has also published a great deal of short fiction, which is now compiled in Target Rich Environment, volumes one and two, and is the co-editor (along with Kacey Ezell) of the Noir Fatale anthology. A former accountant, military contractor, machinegun dealer, and firearms instructor, Larry is now a full time writer. He lives in Yard Moose Mountain, Utah with his very patient wife and children.
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Critic Reviews

"This book has everything I like in fantasy: intense action scenes, evil in horrifying array, good struggling against the darkness, and most of all people - gorgeously flawed human beings faced with horrible moral choices that force them to question and change and grow." (Jim Butcher, creator of the New York Times best-selling Dresden Files)
“I loved the book, it was great, fast paced, with wonderful characters, and also a lot of wonderful scenes that screamed to be painted.” (Larry Elmore, legendary, award-winning artist and cover artist for Son of the Black Sword)
"Correia skillfully sets in motion this story of plots within plots, revealing complex, sympathetic characters and black-hearted villains with equal detail and insight. Full of action, intrigue, and wry humor, this exciting series launch promises many more thrills to come." ( Publishers Weekly)

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worth it!

As someone else said, it might be slow to start but keep listening as it gets better and better. I'm so glad I kept listening, I'm on the second book in series now and am well and truly invested in this awesome story. I very much recommend 😊👌

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Awesome as usual from Mr Correia

I loved this book , it's a bit of a break away from Mr Correia's usual style. But it shows more of his talent , well thought out plot and characters. Nice change form the usual fantasy novel, get it you won't be disappointed

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fantastic listen

an absolutelu fantastic book, with great in depth characters. Fantastic fight scenes and the caste system was very interesting

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narrators pronunciation

I really wish narrators would learn to pronounce words correctly.

I'm sure status is either stat-us or stay-tus (AU) but I've never in all my travels heard it pronounced star-tus until now, ruined the entire listening experience for this book. 🙁

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Brilliant, loved it

Can't wait for the next book. Very interesting and additive storyline.

Narration brilliant

Larry Corriea does it again.

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Cracking listen

Really enjoyable, hard to put down after the first few chapters. Looking forward to the next books!

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Fantastic Listen

story was great, fast paced and well written. characters were interesting and fit the genre well. performance was excellent and overall a very gripping read.

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Wow

My absolutely favourite audible book so far.
It has it all . I love it .
Brilliant !

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